The week of February 13 – 19, 2023 marks the third annual Black Girl Freedom Week, virtually hosted by the Black Girl Freedom Fund and the #1Billion4BlackGirls campaign, where attendees can watch “free virtual events, including panel discussions, film screenings, music performances and” share resources “on how to support and engage Black girls and understand…
Read MoreArchives for February 2023
The Advocate: Celebrating #BlackGirlFreedomWeek with Joanne N. Smith & Damala Denny
Joanne N. Smith is the President & Founder of GGE/Girls for Gender Equity (GGE) and co-founder of the #1Billion4BlackGirls campaign. Damala Denny, also with GGE, centers the experiences of Black girls and gender-expansive youth to protect their childhood. Joanne and Damala are interviewed by Tracy E. Gilchrist from The Advocate. Watch the interview here.
Read MoreGirls United: Black Girl Freedom Week Calls For Investment In Gen-Z
Black Girl Freedom Week is devoted to nourishing and fostering a community for girls who need a safe space to nourish their passions. Read the Girls United article here.
Read MoreBlack girls and women’s innovation in arts creates possibilities for us all
By Cidra M. Sebastien I still remember the day I met Tina Turner at Tower Records as a 5-year-old Black girl. She filled the room with her lovely laugh, big smile and even bigger energy. It was exhilarating to see her, a Black woman artist owning the entire store. I was in awe of the…
Read MoreThe 19th: Black Girl Freedom Week hosts free, virtual events to raise awareness — and funding — for Black youth
What does ‘abundantly investing in Black girls look like?Join the conversations during Black Girl Freedom Week. Interview with Dr. Monique Couvson, President and CEO of Grantmakers For Girls of Color, and Cidra M. Sebastien, fund manager for Black Girl Freedom Fund. Read the full article from The 19th here.
Read MoreInnovation by Black girls and women in the arts creates possibilities for us all
By Cidra Sebastien I still remember the day I met Tina Turner at Tower Records as a 5-year-old Black girl. She filled the room with her lovely laugh, big smile and even bigger energy. It was exhilarating to see her, a Black woman artist owning the entire store. I was in awe of the presence…
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